“Trump is going to win on the First Ballot”
It’s the only option.
If he falls short he needs to cut a deal with Cruz.
Cruz can release his delegates before the first ballot in exchange for the VP spot.
Trump and Cruz need to come to an agreement now. Whoever finishes second in number of delegates should release all their delegates before the first ballot at the convention.
“Cruz can release his delegates before the first ballot in exchange for the VP spot.”
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I can’t speak for Sen. Cruz, but he may be more interested in the open seat on the Supreme Court in this scenario.